Engaging Siblings of Adults with Autism in Future Planning

Research Study

Boston University is doing a research study to develop a new program to increase siblings’ involvement in future planning for their brother/sister with autism spectrum disorder. We are looking for siblings, service providers, and adults with autism for this study. If you participate, you will either participate in a focus group or a one‐on‐one interview. You will be asked to share your ideas about whether families (i.e., adults with autism and siblings) would be interested in participating in a program about future planning, what should be included in this program, and the best format in which to implement the program.

Who? Adult siblings, adults with autism, and service providers

What? An interview or focus group

How long? 1‐2 hours

When? At a time convenient for you

Where? At a community location

Cost? No cost to participate. You will be compensated $20 for your participation in the study.